METRO DETROIT — Easter being celebrated late this spring means more time for events like egg hunts and Easter Bunny photos.

DETROIT — A Warren man was sentenced to a year in federal prison for his role in painting racist graffiti on a predominantly Black church in Roseville.

TROY/MACOMB TOWNSHIP — A 25-year-old resident of Troy was shot in the parking garage of Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital March 20.

At a press conference held in Pontiac March 12, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen D. McDonald announced collaborative efforts between her office and local law enforcement agencies to make the public aware of human trafficking through “illicit” massage parlors.

Terrence Harrington, a 40-year-old suspect tied to numerous larceny and fraud cases across multiple states, was apprehended by the Troy Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit, in collaboration with multiple law enforcement agencies.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of March 20-23.

NOVI — A Commerce Township man will serve life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2021 murder of his wife, an employee of the Novi Community School District.

NOVI — Theater students at Novi Middle School are set to rock the stage with a performance of the musical “Emma JV” on Friday, March 21.

NOVI — Novi High School diver Drew Reed broke two records this year that had stood for approximately 20 years and then had the opportunity to meet with the previous record holders.

METRO DETROIT — Energy bills can add up throughout the different seasons in Michigan, whether trying to stay cool or keep warm.

SOUTHFIELD — Brother-sister duo Braylen and Rylee Watson, 12 and 11, respectively, were recognized as Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) 2025 national champions by Corewell Health Children’s, a member of CMN.

SOUTHFIELD — At 1:30 a.m. March 2, Southfield Police Department officers were dispatched to a hotel located on the Northwestern Highway service drive after a clerk at the front desk reported that a woman approached the front desk and said she was fearful of her boyfriend.

TROY — The young actors of the Ridgedale Players performed “The Little Mermaid Jr.” on March 7-9 and March 14-16.

TROY/SOUTHFIELD — In celebration of Black History Month in February, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners recognized Camilla Rice, a Troy resident and owner of Green Olive Soaps, along with two other business owners, with an award.

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has agreed to strengthen Oakland County’s discharge permit following months of pressure from lawmakers.

SOUTHFIELD — At its Feb. 10 meeting, Southfield City Council unanimously voted in favor of amending text in the city’s animal ordinance to allow for more backyard chickens and beekeeping on residential lots.

SOUTHFIELD — The roar of the Levey Middle School band welcomed over 400 attendees to the 2025 State of the District event hosted by Southfield Public Schools.

TROY — Although members of the Troy Planning Commission unanimously agreed to table an agenda item related to the latest version of the Village of Hastings residential project, some community members appeared to be more receptive to the revamped plans at a meeting Feb. 25.

TROY — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced charges against the owner of the Oxford Center and three employees in connection with the death of 5-year-old Royal Oak resident Thomas Cooper.

NOVI — Madeline Gazzarari, of Novi High School, was crowned the Division 1 girls individual bowling state champion for the 2025 season.